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Online Classes Registering Now in New Structure

By jeni 5 January 2009 18 Comments

We are currently putting our new online class structure into action – a little bit at a time. This will eventually enable more of you to register for classes more frequently. We realize, though, that the classes seem to be filling up very quickly right now as so many of you are registering. Please know that the registration process is not broken; we simply have some classes in progress that need to finish out in the old format before this new structure will completely take over.

Until this happens, the wait time for seats will decrease by a little bit each day. Even though it seems like the registration process is taking longer than normal, you really are able to register for seats in the class you want more frequently than you were before. And as more and more instructors become available and as learners finish classes earlier than they could in the past, more seats will open even more frequently for you.

We ask that you please be patient as we work through this ramp-up period. Over the next few days, you will likely have to wait for seats to open up in the class you want. We ask that you just keep checking back to find open seats. We appreciate your patience and your understanding. And, as always, we are so glad to have you learn with us, and we look forward to being able to register more of you much more quickly in the days to come!

18 Comments »

rcausly said:

I really appreciate your explanation. I will be patient and keep checking. Thank you!!

# 7 January 2009 at 12:49 am

mizzkim said:

Whew! I was really afraid the last couple of days. I just want you guys to know that I took my first Excel class, finished on the 5th of January, took a test with a job placement agency…and scored 100%, they were seriously impressed! I just knew my word would be higher having worked using it more…ha! So come on, come on, I need to get in class!!!! Help!!! LOL

# 8 January 2009 at 7:08 pm

donaldtris said:

thanks for the update.

# 9 January 2009 at 1:04 pm

selai said:

Thanx for that , I will be patient

# 11 January 2009 at 5:45 am

Second_Chance said:

I too appreciate knowing the details of the new process, but now that I see how great the classes are, it’s really hard to wait! Three and a half months ago, I dismissed the site as irrelevant to my life, but now, every day at 12:00, 4:00 and 8:00, I am checking to see if seats are open in ANY class! Thank you for making learning available to anyone, anytime, free of charge.

# 11 January 2009 at 2:34 pm

mltbkr said:

Thanks for your explanation. I was confused about the “come back and see if seats are available ” I’m looking very much forward to registration time. You guys are great ! I will continue to check in. Need class time.

Mary Lou

# 11 January 2009 at 6:45 pm

gstone1472 said:

Thanks for the update. I had taken classes in the past and had no problem registering. I have been trying for days and just found the explanation. I reallt hope to register soon.

# 11 January 2009 at 9:04 pm

loudmouth said:

im ready for classes and im very patient

# 15 January 2009 at 4:53 pm

moblackwood said:

Thanks for the explanation. I am eagerly awaiting registration to open up and will just keep checking.

# 15 January 2009 at 9:37 pm

sabinchen said:

Thank you very much for explaining why i havent been able to register
and God knows I have been trying.As a matter od fact I almost gave up,
until I saw the explanation.Thanks again

# 19 January 2009 at 7:47 pm

Ugo78 said:

Thanks for the explanation. Can’t wait my next class. Excel 2007 was brilliant. I’m thinking of taking Word 2007 or Powerpoint 2007 next.

I have one question, though. Will Access 2003 or 2007 class be available in near future also?

# 20 January 2009 at 5:08 am

ruthiesemolke said:

I am so excited to learn about these classes. I will tell everyone. Thank-you, ruthie s.

# 21 January 2009 at 4:20 pm

MiriamWood said:

Thank you very much for the explanation. It does make sense now. Actually, after trying for many days I was just able to register. I am very thankful. I love you guys!

# 21 January 2009 at 10:17 pm

cmwinsto7 said:

Thank you so much for the explanation. I too was getting really frustrated and losing hope of ever taking another online course. I finished the Excel 2007 and loved it! Its just so perfect for my current situation. So, PLEASE PLEASE! get the new system going! I’m really anxious and excited to take the next online courses. But, in the meantime, I’ll take advantage of the tutorials.

Thanks!

# 22 January 2009 at 7:36 am

jeffclan said:

Thank you so much for your anticipated effort for bringing people and computer closer,i really appreciate your relentless effort

# 22 January 2009 at 7:41 am

singlerose_409 said:

thanks for the explanation! i was so worried that something was wrong and that I wouldn’t be able to sign up. Patience is a virtue…

# 23 April 2009 at 12:10 pm

Dale47 said:

I don’t care for the explanation. Since I joined I have set alarm after alarm to allow me to be on the Site, logged in and ready with cursor on register. Only to have it switch right back to ALL SLOTS FULL, without register button activate. I’ll try a few more times, then I’m done with it!

# 4 May 2010 at 3:09 pm

matt said:

Dale47 – keep in mind that unless you see green text saying

“Limited slots available. Registration will begin in ___ hours, ___ minutes.”

there will be not be any openings at the next registration period. Please take a look at our support center for more information:

http://www.gcflearnfree.org/home/support.aspx?q=1

We do register hundreds of learners each week – so the system is working, but as you have seen – it can be very difficult to get into a class.

# 4 May 2010 at 3:23 pm

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